By Rosina Lillywhite, Marie Rippingale

Discover a practical approach to equine veterinary nursing care, for use in clinical practice and education.

Textbook of Equine Veterinary Nursing provides an introduction to the required knowledge and fundamental skills involved with veterinary nursing care for equine patients. It is a rigorous and comprehensive resource for any individual working in the equine veterinary industry, covering core topics including anatomy and physiology, clinical examination, medication administration, husbandry, infection control, and critical care for equine patients. Specific nursing care requirements for neonates and donkeys are also included.

Textbook of Equine Veterinary Nursing readers will also find:

Detailed discussion of topics including applied equine welfare, equine medical and surgical disorders, and equine anaesthesia

Information, revision aids, and exam guidance specific to the current syllabi for the equine veterinary nursing qualification

Advice on career progression, further qualifications, and training in equine care

Written by a team of experienced equine veterinary nurses and equine veterinary surgeons and based on evidence-based research, Textbook of Equine Veterinary Nursing is ideal for equine veterinary nurses, student equine veterinary nurses, veterinary students and equine science students. This textbook can also be used for higher education equine courses.